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N123 SWN

1995 Mercedes-benz 212

Red Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

242,309 mi
Last recorded242,309 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2006
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 212146,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 SWN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2006 242,309 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

surface rust on rear chassis †off side rear lense repaired

Fail 4 Jan 2006 242,207 miles

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear near side lense repaired

serface on rear chassis

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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N123 SWN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 212 in Red with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 146,183 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N123 SWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N123 SWN?

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What year was N123 SWN registered?

N123 SWN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 10 November 1995.

Is N123 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N123 SWN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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